Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care Duty Team in Ealing, London

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Duty Team
Specialism: Occupational Therapy
Location: Ealing, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Occupational Therapist within the Adult Social Care Duty Team in Ealing, earning £38.00 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers the chance to work within a fast-paced and rewarding service, supporting adults with urgent and complex needs while promoting independence and wellbeing. This role is ideal for an experienced Occupational Therapist who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time position while benefiting from the flexibility of locum work.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £38.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Growth: Work alongside a range of health and social care professionals, expanding your knowledge and experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the flexibility that locum work offers, helping you balance professional and personal commitments.
• Diverse Caseload: Gain exposure to a wide variety of urgent and complex cases, enhancing your clinical skills and experience.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative service committed to continuous learning and high-quality care delivery.

What you will do

• Referral Management: Screen and prioritise incoming referrals, making timely decisions based on urgency, risk, and need.
• Urgent Interventions: Support urgent cases, including hospital discharge facilitation and admission prevention initiatives.
• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments focused on independence, mobility, and activities of daily living.
• Equipment Provision: Recommend and arrange community equipment and assistive technology to maximise independence and safety.
• Adaptations Assessment: Assess for minor and major adaptations and facilitate appropriate referrals where required.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work collaboratively with service users, carers, healthcare professionals, and partner organisations.
• Care Planning: Develop practical solutions and interventions to support individuals in achieving positive outcomes.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with the Care Act 2014 and local authority requirements.
• Safeguarding: Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, ensuring individuals receive the necessary support and protection.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Occupational Therapy Qualification: Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience: Previous experience working within Adult Social Care, community services, or a duty team environment.
• Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014 and relevant adult social care legislation.
• Assessment Skills: Experience conducting functional assessments, equipment assessments, and adaptation recommendations.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise competing demands and manage urgent referrals effectively.
• Multi-Agency Working: Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

Why Ealing

Ealing offers the perfect blend of city convenience and green open spaces, making it one of London's most desirable boroughs. Known for its vibrant communities, excellent transport links, diverse cultural scene, and beautiful parks, Ealing provides a fantastic environment for both professional development and personal wellbeing. Whether you're enjoying local cafés, exploring open spaces, or taking advantage of easy access to central London, Ealing offers an exceptional quality of life.

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